Preview Round 24: BigFooty Preview – Brisbane Lions v St Kilda

[blynd_freddie]

Yep , the man is truly a genius but we always knew that .

Bless but might need to see a doctor for a second opinion.

 

[Viceregal]

Alternatively has anyone seen Nunez and Mighty Lions in a room at the same time ...

 

[Section 5]

Early prognosis​

Callum Ah Chee ran laps on Tuesday at training and was moving freely after his heavy fall against Collingwood last Friday night and is considered fine to play St Kilda this weekend. No such luck for McCarthy though, with the club taking no chances on his slight tweak ahead of finals. – Michael Whiting


Saint Kilda

PLAYER	INJURY	ESTIMATED RETURN
Anthony Caminiti	Concussion	TBC
Dougal Howard 20 Dougal Howard Age 28 Ht 199cm Wt 94kg Pos. Def Career Season Last 5 D 10.9 3star K 7.8 3star HB 3.1 3star M 4.4 4star T 1.4 3star MG 176.2 3star D 9.9 3star K 8.4 3star HB 1.4 1star M 4.7 4star T 0.6 1star MG 171.9 3star D 9.0 3star K 5.4 2star HB 3.6 3star M 2.8 3star T 2.8 5star MG 133.8 3star	Wrist	1-2 weeks
Zak Jones 3 Zak Jones Age 29 Ht 182cm Wt 84kg Pos. Mid Career Season Last 5 D 17.8 4star K 10.0 4star HB 7.8 5star M 3.4 3star T 3.0 5star CL 1.7 4star D 19.1 4star K 10.6 4star HB 8.6 4star M 3.4 3star T 3.1 4star CL 4.9 5star D 7.0 2star K 2.8 1star HB 4.2 4star M 1.0 1star T 1.6 4star CL 1.0 3star	Knee	TBC
Dan McKenzie	Calf	TBC
Seb Ross	Hamstring	2 weeks
James Van Es	Ankle	Season
Updated: August 22, 2023

Early prognosis​

Veteran midfielder Ross is facing a race against the clock to be fit in time for St Kilda's first final after suffering a low-grade hamstring strain against Geelong on Saturday night. Howard is still at least two weeks away from returning from a broken wrist. Caminiti has entered concussion protocols following an incident in the VFL. – Josh Gabelich

 

[Nunez]

Alternatively has anyone seen Nunez and Mighty Lions in a room at the same time ...

Mighty Lions never wants to hang out

 

[Elixuh]

Early prognosis​

Callum Ah Chee ran laps on Tuesday at training and was moving freely after his heavy fall against Collingwood last Friday night and is considered fine to play St Kilda this weekend. No such luck for McCarthy though, with the club taking no chances on his slight tweak ahead of finals. – Michael Whiting


Saint Kilda

PLAYER	INJURY	ESTIMATED RETURN
Anthony Caminiti	Concussion	TBC
Dougal Howard	Wrist	1-2 weeks
Zak Jones	Knee	TBC
Dan McKenzie	Calf	TBC
Seb Ross	Hamstring	2 weeks
James Van Es	Ankle	Season
Updated: August 22, 2023

Early prognosis​

Veteran midfielder Ross is facing a race against the clock to be fit in time for St Kilda's first final after suffering a low-grade hamstring strain against Geelong on Saturday night. Howard is still at least two weeks away from returning from a broken wrist. Caminiti has entered concussion protocols following an incident in the VFL. – Josh Gabelich

Seb Ross really the only decent out for them.

 

[Nunez]

Seb Ross really the only decent out for them.

Howard is a talent. Glad he isn't playing!

 

[Elixuh]

Howard is a talent. Glad he isn't playing!

Lol have you seen Howard play this year? He is an unco that was leaking goals like the Titanic

 

[Dalions]

Lol have you seen Howard play this year? He is an unco that was leaking goals like the Titanic

With a name like Dougal, I am not surprised?

 

[BrainOfMorbius]

With a name like Dougal, I am not surprised?

Sad face

 

[Warwick]

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THE STORY SO FAR…

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R1 L by -54pts – LIONS 11-6:72 def by PTA 18-18:126
R2 W by 11pts – LIONS 14-9:93 def MEL 13-4:82
R3 L by –14pts – LIONS 7-11:53 def by WBD 10-7:67
R4 W by 33pts - LIONS 18-8:116 def COL 11-17:83

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R5 W by 75pts - LIONS 22-20-152 def NTH 12-5:77
R6 W by 21pts - LIONS 16-12:108 def GWS 13-9:87
R7 W by 48pts – LIONS 17-13:115 def FRE 10-7:67
R8 W by 26pts - LIONS 15-10:10 def CAR 11-8:74

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R9 W by 42pts – LIONS 12-15:87 def ESS 6-9:45
R10 W by 43pts – LIONS 16-11:107 def GCS 9-10:64
R11 L by –17pts - LIONS 10-18:78 ADE 14-11:95
R13 L by –25pts – LIONS 11-7:73 HAW 15-8:98

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R14 W by 16pts LIONS 13-19:97 SYD 12-9:81
R15 W by 28pts LIONS 12-12:84 STK 8-8:56
R16 W by 81pts LIONS 20-14:134 RIC 7-11:53
R17 W by 81pts LIONS 16-20:116 WCE 5-5:35

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R18 L by –1pts LIONS 16-8:104 MEL 16-9:105
R19 W by 11pts LIONS 9-10:64 GEE 7-11:53
R20 L by -41pts LIONS 7-13:55 GCS 15-6:96

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R21 W by 3 LIONS 11-11:77 FRE 11-8:74
R22 W by 6pts LIONS 15-9:99 ADE 13-15:93
R23 W by 24pts LIONS 19-10:124 COL 15-10:100


Rnd24 - What’s at stake?
After defeating the Pies for the 6th consecutive time we currently hold second place by percentage over Melbourne and by game day if a win over the Saints rewards us with the title of minor premiers.
St Kilda will secure a finals berth should they become the first team to win at the Gabba this year.

BNE can finish…
1st – IF, they defeat STK, ESS def COL
2nd – IF they defeat STK
If we lose either 3rd or at worst 4th -

STK…
– will play finals ‘cause WCE defeated the doggies.

Omens anyone?

• BNE not lost at the Gabba this year, played 11 for ZERO losses
• STK not won interstate this year, travelled 6 times for ZERO wins
• Lyons has ZERO wins against a Fagan coached team at the Gabba

Last Time
Round 15 @ Docklands: Lions 12:12:84 def Saints 8:8:56

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“Brisbane’s forward-half game was the difference between the two teams tonight, scoring 65 of their 84 points from forward-half launches. They generated 11 more inside 50s than the Saints and won 10 more forward half intercepts.” – afl.com.au


Form – LAST 5 games

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Brisbane last 5 games at Gabba
For and Against averages
F- 102pts
A- 63pts

St Kilda last 5 games interstate
For and Against averages
F – 75.4pts
A – 84pts

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Okay, enough of the numbers and pictorials. Above is my suggested team line-ups.
As the game approaches, the Brisbane Lions coaching staff will closely monitor the injuries to Ah Chee and McCarthy and for the Saints, Ross and Sharman to determine whether they will be available for selection for Saturday. There is also some talk that St Kilda may consider resting Marshall.

Regardless of the players’ health conditions, the game promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams performing at a high level in recent games. However, the Brisbane Lions' unbeaten record at home this year AND the mathematical possibility of a minor premiership should ensure we select our strongest fittest team for our last game prior to finals.

The St Kilda Saints will undoubtedly be looking to end our winning streak, their high pressure run and carry game looked good against Geelong and the Lions will need to be at their best to secure yet another home victory. With the possible absences of some key players, the Lions will be relying on their squad's depth and resilience to maintain their home record and continue their push for the flag.

The BOM forecast for Saturday suggests a mostly sunny day with light winds becoming easterly during the day and maximum of around 26C.

My forecast, Lions by 29pts.

NB: yeah shallow in content maybe but posted days earlier than the Rnd15 preview by ZoBlitz - Bring on Round 24 AND THE FINALS!

GO LIONS!!!

 

[Nunez]

Lol have you seen Howard play this year? He is an unco that was leaking goals like the Titanic

Tbh I don't watch Ross the Boss coached teams. Sorry friend.

 

[Section 5]

It looks like Ah Chee may play so only Linc to replace.
They might just give Lyons a full game.
We have a few versatile mids that can play enough forward time.

Lyons played well in his only 2 full games when replacing Dunkley.
The Eagles game probably not a great guide, but his Demons game was fine.
The other 4 were as sub.

 

[BuntonRules]

It looks like Ah Chee may play so only Linc to replace.
They might just give Lyons a full game.
We have a few versatile mids that can play enough forward time.

Lyons played well in his only 2 full games when replacing Dunkley.
The Eagles game probably not a great guide, but his Demons game was fine.
The other 4 were as sub.

Nah. Lyons as sub or bust. When he enters the fray, it is full speed ahead. And the opposition is getting a bit gassed.

 

[Elixuh]

Tbh I don't watch Ross the Boss coached teams. Sorry friend.

I’m saints no.1 interstate fan. Unfortunately haven’t seen a win this year

 

[3KZ is Football]

Cal is sore but fine to play.

Great news! Ah Chee is Endorsed by the Over 50’s Clique. His first Quarter was sensational against Collingwood.

 

[3KZ is Football]

It looks like Ah Chee may play so only Linc to replace.
They might just give Lyons a full game.
We have a few versatile mids that can play enough forward time.

Lyons played well in his only 2 full games when replacing Dunkley.
The Eagles game probably not a great guide, but his Demons game was fine.
The other 4 were as sub.

Lyons was great when he came on against Collingwood. Our midfield immediately looked stronger and I loved that Fagan also played Lyons as a Half Forward, with a licence to get to work at forward half stoppages. It was an inspired piece of coaching. Being at the game you could also see Lyons immediately providing leadership, setting up teammates at stoppages. He was great. He also has a level head.

#OldLionsForLyons
#LyonsNoPanic

 

[blynd_freddie]

I jut assumed Nunez was Fish Whiting.

Close, Steele Tallon

 

[Haso]

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THE STORY SO FAR…

View attachment 1781493
R1 L by -54pts – LIONS 11-6:72 def by PTA 18-18:126
R2 W by 11pts – LIONS 14-9:93 def MEL 13-4:82
R3 L by –14pts – LIONS 7-11:53 def by WBD 10-7:67
R4 W by 33pts - LIONS 18-8:116 def COL 11-17:83

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R5 W by 75pts - LIONS 22-20-152 def NTH 12-5:77
R6 W by 21pts - LIONS 16-12:108 def GWS 13-9:87
R7 W by 48pts – LIONS 17-13:115 def FRE 10-7:67
R8 W by 26pts - LIONS 15-10:10 def CAR 11-8:74

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R9 W by 42pts – LIONS 12-15:87 def ESS 6-9:45
R10 W by 43pts – LIONS 16-11:107 def GCS 9-10:64
R11 L by –17pts - LIONS 10-18:78 ADE 14-11:95
R13 L by –25pts – LIONS 11-7:73 HAW 15-8:98

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R14 W by 16pts LIONS 13-19:97 SYD 12-9:81
R15 W by 28pts LIONS 12-12:84 STK 8-8:56
R16 W by 81pts LIONS 20-14:134 RIC 7-11:53
R17 W by 81pts LIONS 16-20:116 WCE 5-5:35

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R18 L by –1pts LIONS 16-8:104 MEL 16-9:105
R19 W by 11pts LIONS 9-10:64 GEE 7-11:53
R20 L by -41pts LIONS 7-13:55 GCS 15-6:96

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R21 W by 3 LIONS 11-11:77 FRE 11-8:74
R22 W by 6pts LIONS 15-9:99 ADE 13-15:93
R23 W by 24pts LIONS 19-10:124 COL 15-10:100


Rnd24 - What’s at stake?
After defeating the Pies for the 6th consecutive time we currently hold second place by percentage over Melbourne and by game day if a win over the Saints rewards us with the title of minor premiers.
St Kilda will secure a finals berth should they become the first team to win at the Gabba this year.

BNE can finish…
1st – IF, they defeat STK, ESS def COL
2nd – IF they defeat STK
If we lose either 3rd or at worst 4th -

STK…
– will play finals ‘cause WCE defeated the doggies.

Omens anyone?

• BNE not lost at the Gabba this year, played 11 for ZERO losses
• STK not won interstate this year, travelled 6 times for ZERO wins
• Lyons has ZERO wins against a Fagan coached team at the Gabba

Last Time
Round 15 @ Docklands: Lions 12:12:84 def Saints 8:8:56

View attachment 1781511​

“Brisbane’s forward-half game was the difference between the two teams tonight, scoring 65 of their 84 points from forward-half launches. They generated 11 more inside 50s than the Saints and won 10 more forward half intercepts.” – afl.com.au


Form – LAST 5 games

View attachment 1781513​

Brisbane last 5 games at Gabba
For and Against averages
F- 102pts
A- 63pts

St Kilda last 5 games interstate
For and Against averages
F – 75.4pts
A – 84pts

View attachment 1781514​

Okay, enough of the numbers and pictorials. Above is my suggested team line-ups.
As the game approaches, the Brisbane Lions coaching staff will closely monitor the injuries to Ah Chee and McCarthy and for the Saints, Ross and Sharman to determine whether they will be available for selection for Saturday. There is also some talk that St Kilda may consider resting Marshall.

Regardless of the players’ health conditions, the game promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams performing at a high level in recent games. However, the Brisbane Lions' unbeaten record at home this year AND the mathematical possibility of a minor premiership should ensure we select our strongest fittest team for our last game prior to finals.

The St Kilda Saints will undoubtedly be looking to end our winning streak, their high pressure run and carry game looked good against Geelong and the Lions will need to be at their best to secure yet another home victory. With the possible absences of some key players, the Lions will be relying on their squad's depth and resilience to maintain their home record and continue their push for the flag.

The BOM forecast for Saturday suggests a mostly sunny day with light winds becoming easterly during the day and maximum of around 26C.

My forecast, Lions by 29pts.

NB: yeah shallow in content maybe but posted days earlier than the Rnd15 preview by ZoBlitz - Bring on Round 24 AND THE FINALS!

GO LIONS!!!

My favourite part was when they beat the Pies for the 6th time on the trot.

 

[Veer Right]

Omens anyone?

• BNE not lost at the Gabba this year, played 11 for ZERO losses
• STK not won interstate this year, travelled 6 times for ZERO wins
• Lyons has ZERO wins against a Fagan coached team at the Gabba

STK has travelled interstate 6 times this year for THREE wins

 

[bungalow_bill]

I'd bring in Lohmann for Linc and leave Lyon as the sub.

 

[bungalow_bill]

STK has travelled interstate 6 times this year for THREE wins

I don't believe it

 

[lionshine]

STK has travelled interstate 6 times this year for THREE wins

Thank god we have you to keep us in line!

 

[Gadzorks]

STK has travelled interstate 6 times this year for THREE wins

Now I'm scared. Those capital letters ... Big and scary

 

[Bill Crouse]

Tbh I don't watch Ross the Boss coached teams. Sorry friend.

If you would like to watch Geelong looking old and slow, our last game is worth watching.

 

[3KZ is Football]

Lyons was great when he came on against Collingwood. Our midfield immediately looked stronger and I loved that Fagan also played Lyons as a Half Forward, with a licence to get to work at forward half stoppages. It was an inspired piece of coaching. Being at the game you could also see Lyons immediately providing leadership, setting up teammates at stoppages. He was great. He also has a level head.

#OldLionsForLyons
#LyonsNoPanic

With Lincoln McCarthy out, I would get Lyons into the 22 and play him exactly as Fagan did against Collingwood. That gives us a specialist midfielder who will add physicality to the midfield contest, something Bailey or McCluggage don’t excel at. They can focus on being a gun small forward and one of the best wings in the competition, respectively. Massive plus because we also get Lyons who is a creative player with lockdown potential at forward stoppages. Most people, based on recent selection patterns, probably have Lohmann as SUB, but I would double down on aggression and passion and get Mathieson into the team after his 38 disposal game against Casey on the weekend. He is a genuine X-Factor player.